Articles
Aspetic Technique Vigilance: Fostering A Culture of Compounding Safety (Apr 30, 2025)
Sustaining sterile technique requires more than policies—it depends on culture. The article highlights practices like regular observation, smoke tests for airflow, and leadership presence on the cleanroom floor. Together, these create a system of accountability that keeps safety front and center.
Using Media Fills as a Competency Tool: Should we only rely on a negative result? (Oct 18, 2024)
Occupational Hazards in Cleanrooms (Aug 26, 2025)
Cleanrooms protect patients but present unique risks for staff, from chemical exposures to ergonomic strain. The piece explores these hazards and explains how they can impact both safety and morale. It calls for proactive planning and support to make the environment safer for workers as well as products.
Compounding Workshops: An Interactive Way to Provide Initial as Well as Continuous Personnel Training (Feb 26, 2025)
Hands-on workshops offer an engaging way to teach sterile compounding, going beyond classroom instruction. The method supports new staff, provides refreshers, and even helps remediate after audits or policy changes. With live demonstrations and practice, participants build confidence while reinforcing critical skills.
Emergent Drug Compounding and the Updated USP <797>: The Role of Pharmacy and Considerations for SOP Development (Sep 20, 2024)
Recent USP updates extend the beyond-use date for immediate-use preparations from one to four hours. This change allows more flexibility during emergencies but also requires clear SOPs and labeling practices. The article stresses staff training and well-defined criteria to ensure safety under pressure.
Using Laminar Flow to Your Advantage (Jun 27, 2024)
Laminar airflow is the foundation of sterile compounding, keeping clean air directed across work surfaces. This article explains how to position supplies and hands without blocking critical airflow. It also highlights when to use horizontal versus vertical hoods to maximize both product and operator safety.
Tips for Enhancing Aseptic Processes in Hospitals and Infusion Centers (Aug 23, 2024)
Small actions like proper glove changes, disinfecting items before entry, and clearing work areas make a big difference in compounding safety. The piece emphasizes balancing strict technique with real-world workflow needs, especially in urgent situations. Continuous training and feedback are presented as keys to building a stronger safety culture
Media fills are a cornerstone of evaluating sterile technique, but a “clear” vial isn’t the whole story. The article urges facilities to pay attention to how staff perform the process, not just the end result. Proper observation ensures that safe habits carry over into real patient care.
